WO2015171748A4 - System and method for removing disinfectant solution from udders and teats of cows - Google Patents

System and method for removing disinfectant solution from udders and teats of cows Download PDF

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WO2015171748A4
WO2015171748A4 PCT/US2015/029448 US2015029448W WO2015171748A4 WO 2015171748 A4 WO2015171748 A4 WO 2015171748A4 US 2015029448 W US2015029448 W US 2015029448W WO 2015171748 A4 WO2015171748 A4 WO 2015171748A4
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Larry Bilskie
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A01—AGRICULTURE; FORESTRY; ANIMAL HUSBANDRY; HUNTING; TRAPPING; FISHING
    • A01J—MANUFACTURE OF DAIRY PRODUCTS
    • A01J7/00—Accessories for milking machines or devices
    • A01J7/04—Accessories for milking machines or devices for treatment of udders or teats, e.g. for cleaning
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A01—AGRICULTURE; FORESTRY; ANIMAL HUSBANDRY; HUNTING; TRAPPING; FISHING
    • A01K—ANIMAL HUSBANDRY; AVICULTURE; APICULTURE; PISCICULTURE; FISHING; REARING OR BREEDING ANIMALS, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR; NEW BREEDS OF ANIMALS
    • A01K1/00—Housing animals; Equipment therefor
    • A01K1/12—Milking stations
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A01—AGRICULTURE; FORESTRY; ANIMAL HUSBANDRY; HUNTING; TRAPPING; FISHING
    • A01K—ANIMAL HUSBANDRY; AVICULTURE; APICULTURE; PISCICULTURE; FISHING; REARING OR BREEDING ANIMALS, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR; NEW BREEDS OF ANIMALS
    • A01K1/00—Housing animals; Equipment therefor
    • A01K1/12—Milking stations
    • A01K1/126—Carousels
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A01—AGRICULTURE; FORESTRY; ANIMAL HUSBANDRY; HUNTING; TRAPPING; FISHING
    • A01K—ANIMAL HUSBANDRY; AVICULTURE; APICULTURE; PISCICULTURE; FISHING; REARING OR BREEDING ANIMALS, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR; NEW BREEDS OF ANIMALS
    • A01K13/00—Devices for grooming or caring of animals, e.g. curry-combs; Fetlock rings; Tail-holders; Devices for preventing crib-biting; Washing devices; Protection against weather conditions or insects
    • A01K13/001—Washing, cleaning, or drying devices

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Abstract

Embodiments described herein pertain to a system and method for removing disinfectant solution from teats or one or more. The system includes a fluid or air flow generator having at least one fluid flow outlet positioned relative to one or more cows to supply fluid flow across teats of the one or more cows after a disinfectant solution has been applied to the teats. In addition there is relative lateral movement between the teats and the at least one fluid flow outlet to remove disinfectant solution from the teats or dry the teats.

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AMENDED CLAIMS received by the International Bureau on 29 October 2015 (29.10.2015) What is claimed is:
1. (original) A system for removing disinfectant solution from teats of one or more cows prior to a milking procedure, comprising:
a fluid flow generator comprising at least one fluid flow outlet positioned relative to one or more cows to supply fluid flow across teats of the one or more cows after a disinfectant solution has been applied to the teats , and
wherein there is relative lateral movement between the teats and the at least one fluid flow outlet to remove disinfectant solution from the teats or dry the teats.
2. (currently amended) The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one fluid flow outlet e# h«^^¾es« «-has a width dimension that is about 1.5 inches to about 2.0 inches.
3. (original) The system of claim 1, wherein the at least one fluid flow outlet has a height dimension of about 3.0 inches to 4.0 inches.
4. (original) The system of claim 1, wherein the at least one fluid flow outlet has a horizontal width dimension that is about 1.5 inches to about 2.0 inches, and a vertical height dimension that is about 3.0 to about 4.0 inches.
5. (original) The system of claim 1, further comprising at least one nozzle having the at least one fluid flow outlet and at least one conduit providing fluid flow communication between the fluid flow generator and the at least one nozzle.
6. (currently amended) The system of claim k), wherein she. at least one nozzle is configured to articulate about a vertical axis.
7. (currently amended) The system of claim 5, wherein the at least one nozzle is configured to articulate about a horizontal axis.
8. (original) The system of claim 1, wherein a plurality of cows are on a rotary platform of a parlor and the at least one fluid flow outlet is stationary providing a continuous fluid flow from the at least one fluid flow outlet as the rotary platform rotates to move the teats of the cows laterally relative to the at least one fluid flow outlet to remove disinfectant solution from the teats or dry the teats of the cows.
9. (original) The system of claim 1, wherein the at least one fluid flow outlet is configured to move laterally past a plurality of cows that remain stationary as a continuous fluid flow is supplied across the teats of the cows, which remain stationary as the fluid flow supply moves laterally relative to the cows and teats of the cows.
10. (currently amended) A system for removing disinfectant solution from teats of one or more cows prior to a milking procedure, comprising:
as- fluid flow generator;
at least one nozzle in fluid communication with the fluid flow generator, and the at least one nozzle having at least one fluid flow outlet,
at least one conduit connecting the fluid flow generator to the at least one nozzle; wherein the at least one nozzle is positioned relative to one or more cows in a parlor to supply a continuous flow of air over teats of the cows;
wherein there is relative lateral movement between the teats and the at least one fluid flow outlet so as to remove disinfectant solution from the teats or dry the teats of the one or more cows.
11. (original) The system of claim 10, wherein the at least one fluid flow outlet of the at least one nozzle comprises a width dimension that is about 1.5 inches to about 2 inches.
12. (original) The system of claim 10, wherein the at least one fluid flow outlet of the at least one nozzle comprises a height dimension that is about 3.0 inches to about 4.0 inches.
13. (original) The system of claim 10, wherein a plurality of cows are on a rotary platform of a parlor and the at least one fluid flow outlet is stationary providing a continuous fluid flow from the at least one fluid flow outlet as the rotary platform rotates to move the teats of the cows laterally relative to the at least one fluid flow outlet to remove disinfectant solution from the teats or dry the teats of the cows.
14. (original) The system of claim 11, wherein the at least one fluid flow outlet is configured to move laterally past a plurality of cows that remain stationary as a continuous fluid flow is supplied across the teats of the cows, which remain stationary as the fluid flow supply moves laterally relative to the cows and teats of the cows.
15. (original) A method of cleaning and/or disinfecting teats of cows and for removing disinfectant solution from teats and/or udder of a cow, the method comprising: applying a disinfectant solution to the teats of one or more cows;
after application of the disinfectant solution to the teats of the one or more cows, supplying a fluid flow of air across the teats of the one or more cows from a fluid flow generator having at least one fluid flow outlet disposed toward the teats of the one or more cows; and
providing relative movement between the teats of the one or more cows and the fluid flow outlet.
16. (original) The method of claim 15, further comprising moving the cows laterally past the at least one fluid flow outlet.
17. (original) The method of claim 15, further comprising moving the fluid flow outlet laterally past the teats of the cows.
18. (original) The method of claim 15, wherein the fluid flow is provided continuously as there is lateral relative movement between the teats of the cows and the fluid flow.
19. (original) The method of claim 15, wherein the disinfectant solution has a viscosity and/or vapor pressure substantially equal to that of water.
20. (original) The method of claim 15, wherein the step of applying the disinfectant solution, comprises:
providing a hand-held applicator having a housing in which one or more scrubbing elements are housed and are actuated for scrubbing teats of a plurality of cows, and the housing is in fluid communication with a disinfectant solution source including a disinfectant solution;
inserting the teats of the cows in the housing; and
supplying the disinfectant solution to the housing when the scrubbing elements are actuated to clean and/or disinfect the teats of the cows.
21. (currently amended) The method of claim -S20, wherein said disinfectant solution has a viscosity and/or vapor pressure that is substantially equal to that of water.
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